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Newspaper

Maryborough Chronicle

Location

Maryborough, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 14, 1954

Page

6

Birth of a New Queensland Industry

A fragmentary account describes early plans and experiments to build a new Queensland industry centered on extracting wax from cane byproducts. Fred Gilmore and others champion private investment to develop refining, bleaching, and chemical processes, aiming to reduce imports and bolster the economy despite technical and supply challenges. The piece highlights potential local benefits for jobs, currency savings, and regional growth in industries linked to sugar and wax production.

Queensland Jane Fred Gilde Ubelr Ee Chaan Ata Bo Manly

Red Cross Stores Aid Flooded Queensland Areas

Floods in northern New Diivon and Queensland towns trigger Red Cross depots to deliver medical supplies and essentials. Police evacuated residents as rivers rose, with Rockhampton and surrounding districts redeployed volunteers and aircraft for relief. Heavy damage hit Fitzroy River towns. widespread communication and transport disruptions hampered aid efforts.

Leis RED Cross Atecic New Diivon Hes Fitzroy Ilerenin Belelit Pitecad Rockhampton Polien Querfend Belcher Dkviahun Wera Amberley Sod Cras Bnd Crom Queensland Ansett Airways Ourage Bus Ean Wineer Red Cross Receuvon Otter Wversed Het Moxige Ovenresy Tena Othe Dutch Society CunEtrotayrom Pepe Traciot Burea New South Wales Hell Gimmore New South Welee Maine

Social Writer notes and Brisbane visitors at weekend gathering

Personal letters and social items describe Mr A Dutneall and Mrs Uswall entertaining guests including Conaid Smith and Al dintel, with remarks on sentiments by Mr McCrin. The piece lists Brisbane visitors, weekend outings, and a Sydney trip, noting weather and local happenings at paddocks and camps.

A. Dutneall McCrinad Brisbane Jon June Williams Denes

Belle Of Tinana Ball Gown Captivates Tinana Ball Night

A Tinana ball event showcased elaborate gowns and formal attire. Debutantes and attendees glided through a decorated hall with jeweled accents as the MC announced winners and guests paraded in vivid fabrics and accessories.

Dreverd Sengelech Bette Wual-La-Servicemen's Tinane Allie Akins Ale Jorg H.feid Hierony Odielungtn Poatl

Baptismal Day At St Stephen's Peenbyrian Church

Event reports a baptism at St Stephen's church with families listed among attendees. Names include Mr and Mrs Bert Grevell, Peter, Chas Grevell, Beverley Stephenson, Suzanne Claire and others. The boreal details mention grandparents and guests from the extended family. A family member named Phil Lew assisted during the ceremony.

Hower Curles Bert Grevell Perenta Tina Toe King Dom St. Stephen's Peenbyrian Peter Mien Chas Grevell Mra Susphenson Mise Beverley Stephenson Suzannne Claire Gurenti Ale Mia McGrorge i Gayns Dabami John Aie Kathren Wrandins Mya Ansell Dewale Suzanne Sherrock Phil Lew

Five New Saints Canonized by Pope Pius XII at Vatican

Thousands gathered in Saint Peter's Basilica as Pope Pius XII proclaimed five new saints. Among them were Thai boy Domenico Savio, the youngest martyr, and French missionary Pierre Weeke Marie Chanel. Others listed include Goayare De Bulaio, Giuseppe Marie Pignace, and Marin Croailiens Bi Flom, laity associated with charity.

Vatican City Saint Petre Pope Pius XII Thailan Bony Domenico Savio Pierre Woche Marie Chanel Diet & Murtyr South Sea Ne Salle Wis Seinir Reseo Cinia Goayare de Bulaio Homan Guiaeppe Marie Pignace Marin Croailiens Fesur

Queen in Rain Parades in Partial Shield of Umbrella

London dispatch notes the Queen stood under an umbrella for most of a rain soaked parade. Officials observed the event marking the Reval Rewrve celebration with participants in varied uniforms, some without full dress. The scene reflected a ceremonial display amid unsettled weather.

London Elobke

Menzies Fadden Government Faces Post Election Review

Canberra reports a narrow reelection win for the Menzies Fadden government and temporary rest for Prime Minister Menzies. The cabinet considers agri policy while debates over foreign policy and internal party divisions intensify ahead of a reshuffle and a potential August party conference.

Mir. Menzies New Zealand Arthur Fadden Grisbane Bern Cate Geneva Koreas Indohhina Air Coey Trotan

Week-end Bowls Week-end Bowls at Poon Villa Club

Down Villa's annual meeting is set for the pavilion on Pridoy Wight July 30 with a 50 free rider event on Saturday July 11. The program features a men’s and age groups event, a championship game, and numerous players named.

Poon Villa Club Down Villa Pridoy Wight Bac Ulker Teony Bell Simbu Coy Dru Lech Dick Lawe Eric “Tarayes BT Howard Doug Bell Broilo Goodwin Tou Deu Kika Pawn Lee Thin Agricul Wti MO Society Ferte Parva BU Whee Mee Crpine Wach Wane Wisitoee George Vergy Ingle Dais al Watwag Muneherat Tae Chisholm Berchens Dols Worckiney Gerry Mussa Dbo Proctor Qwen Holland Goode Turner Fort Chwisteneen George Warry Lean Chanholm Fach Apyoural Seoren Howard Verity A. Tew Wowk Campbell Fergie W. McKay F. Davin WiiNomu Deighton EB Tuner F Kincee le Keng J. Carlson

World wheat petition stalls under chairmanship

In Sydney on June 13 the world wheat petition faced disruption as Australia Wheat Board chairman Sir John Tatdale warned that the international agreement may collapse. Australia’s wheat growers fear significant headaches as the Southern Hemisphere plan to attend the international conference from June 16 to 29 faces complications.

Sydney Tin Australia Wheat Board John Tatdale Australia GNC Ehwas Sondan

Bridge Height Debate Over Cow Road Access

Council debates lifting bridge height to prevent cow obstruction on the road. Engineers and residents clash as locals demand a higher span for safe passage, citing past approvals and ongoing livestock hazards. The motion to raise the bridge is carried after supporters push for a higher level to clear animal traffic.

Kunst Rome Kusst Carrieg

Scotchy Pocket Road Obstruction Dispute Turns to Council

A letter from Scotchy Forket resident Mr A W Brook complains of threats to block a road with a gate and grid to aid a proposed fencing project by Mr G B Bracken and Mr Lindley Meme. Brook objects, citing safety and schooling risks for children. Council cautions Bracken over unadvertised permit and formalities.

A. W. Brook Gutulda G. B. Candies Kadina WH. Bracken Seulchy Pve Lindley Mr. Bracken Lindlay Bracken Sherfin Cunningham

Broadcast Schedule and Features From Queensland Chronicle

A fragmented program list outlines today's broadcasting lineup across networks in Brisbane Sydney and Melbourne. Entries include shows on reality, culture, and science with titles such as The Deceiver The Story of Allan Car lyle and Adventures of Biceice along with birthdays and upcoming events. Major stations and times shown are 4.30 12.00 and 9.32 with various segments like Shopping in the Suburbs and The Cadbury Show.

Joan Estalle Chronicin Queensland Chronicle Portia Paul” Vi Allan Carlyle Thor Brisbane Sydnwy Melbourne Ciaudeen Biceice USA Wiest Roviawer of Famers Vewels Ai “Burione BanjBer Steene

Conference Tackles Brisbane Traffic Problems

A Brisbane conference discusses traffic troubles and parking bans to ease downtown congestion. Officials cite rising complexity, limited space, and driver indifference as barriers, with police efforts to enforce rules and reduce peak hour congestion.

Brisbane Bribane Wellimore Almont Daily

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